Theodora "Teddie" King Ulmer

Theodora 'Teddie' King Ulmer died on Sunday September 11, 2016 of heart failure. She is now with Her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. The relatives and friends of Teddie Ulmer are invited to attend her Cryptside Funeral Service 11:00 AM Thursday, September 15, 2016 at the Chapel Mausoleum of Carolina Memorial Park, 7113 Rivers Avenue, N. Charleston. Teddie was the widow of Commander Edward Young Ulmer, SC, USNR, retired. Born in Cameron, South Carolina on November 16, 1925, she was a daughter of the late Olive Adelle Smith and Perry Whitfield King, Sr. 'Teddie' was retired from the Naval Supply Center, Charleston, where she served in a supervisory position throughout her career. She was a Past-President of the Lake Sandhurst Garden Club and an active member for many years. She was also a member of the Garden Club of Charleston where she served on the board during her membership, participating in their activities, as well as those of the Council of Garden Clubs of Greater Charleston. Music was her hobby which she enjoyed very much. God blessed her with the talent of being able to play both the piano and organ by ear, which greatly enriched her life. She served as President and active member of her organ club, 'The Charleston Organaires', for many years. Teddie was also an active member of the Coastal Carolina Camellia Society, serving as secretary. She was honored to have a camellia named after her, 'Teddie Ulmer', by Dr. Henry Mealing, M.D. Dr. Mealing was a well-known historian, horticulturist, and judge of camellia shows. He was an avid camellia and orchid-grower. Teddie was a long-time member of Ashley River Baptist Church and served in various capacities during that time. She was a Past-President of 'Bosom Buddies', a support group for cancer survivors, volunteering at M.U.S.C. and outreach facilities. She survived breast cancer for over forty years. Teddie Ulmer did not have any children but is survived by many nieces and nephews born to her brothers and sisters who loved her and spent many days enjoying and sharing life with her. Daniel Smith (Helen) of Raleigh NC; Sylvia Smith Harris (Charlie) of Burlington NC; Roderick Smith (Ann) of Surfside Beach; Royce King (Stephanie) of Litchfield Beach; Joyce King Elliott (DuVal) of Summerton; William King (Diana) of Mt. Pleasant; Susan King Bryan of Mt. Pleasant; Sarah Betsill Padgett (Bob) of Lexington; Bonnie Betsill Stroman (Richard) of Orangeburg; Toni Betsill Steele (Kevin) of Green Cove Springs FL; Doyle Champy Jr (June) of Dalzell; Paulette Champy Mims of Edgefield; Perry Champy (Gloria) of Panorama City CA; Allan King (Joanna) of Charleston. She was affectionately known as Aunt Dodie to these nieces and nephews. Teddie is also survived by her brother in law Carl Ulmer of Charleston, sister in law Martha King of Orangeburg and Ralph Ulmer, Jr of Elloree; The family wishes to express appreciation and thanks to her caregivers Caroline Marino, Kim Perry, Arrie Green and to her nieces Joanna, Sarah and Bonnie and her nephew Rod. Memorials may be made in Teddie's name to Ashley River Baptist Church.